Manager, Measurement and Quality Control (MQC)

Job Summary

Support the overall implementation and maintenance of the Company Measurement and Quality Control programs by assuring product quality and measurement accuracy for Company pipelines and terminals.

Essential Job Functions

• Support the resolution of product quality and measurement problems through investigation and solution recommendation. Issues include those involving multiple locations, shipper corporate involvement, large settlements or blending.
• Assist in the installation, setup, calibration, and monitoring of new measurement or quality monitoring equipment.
• Review meter factor exceptions monthly and recognize changes/issues.
• Audit pipeline and terminal over/short and recognize changes/issues.
• Train field personnel on various measurement and quality control policies and practices, including:
• Product sampling, testing, cut procedures, product specifications, regulatory requirements, product handling, and response to quality problems.
• Measurement procedures, tolerances, ticketing, and response to measurement problems.
• Manage and maintain the database for fungible lab testing, jet fuel filtration, lab and measurement equipment as well as quality upsets.
• Research and recommend new technologies or product specifications.
• Provide technical advice and counsel concerning the application and use of measurement and quality equipment, including remotely controlled quality and measurement applications.
• Support the development and implementation of the Corporate M&QC program and provide guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct training and quarterly reports and attend meetings when necessary.
• Maintain involvement and participation in API or ASTM and report information of potential impact to Company.
• Provide technical expertise, support and training to Control Center, Scheduling, shippers, field operations, Transportation, Marketing, Information Systems and Engineering as requested or needed.
• Participate in special projects and evaluations, as required.
• Support regular auditing of compliance with M&QC policies at pipelines and terminals.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical or Petroleum Engineering or related discipline.
• Master's Degree in related discipline preferred.

Experience

• 5+ years of Petroleum Measurement, Quality Control or equivalent experience required.
• Related experience in measurement and quality control or related field preferred.
• Chemistry background is preferred, including organic chemistry; knowledge and experience with lab practices; familiarity with refining processes; and knowledge of measurement systems and leak detection algorithms.
• Experience in field, pipeline or petroleum related operations is preferred.
• Must be capable of performing informative statistical data analysis.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and speak the English language.
• Ability to abide by all DOT rules and regulations.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, manuals and reports.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
• Consistently demonstrates cooperative, team-oriented behavior.
• Safety conscious and understand safe work practices for operating in the oil and gas field and on the road.

Minimum Qualifications (Required)

• Must pass a criminal background check

Other Criteria (Preferred)

• In order to be successful in this position, one must possess a strong mechanical aptitude and excellent analytical skills.
• Good communication skills, with all levels of the organizations, are required.
• This position requires someone who can work well under pressure and has a strong commitment to safety.
• Individual should be a self-starter who is able to work with limited oversight and take ownership and responsibility for their assigned location(s).
• Individual must be available during non-work hours as required and will be required to carry an on-call phone at all times. Normal and extraordinary work circumstances may require, without notice, overtime, weekend or holiday work.
• This person must meet medical criteria established by OSHA for emergency response.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Individual must consistently exhibit a high level of customer service.
• Position may require exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous environments and require the physical stamina to climb tanks, work long hours in the field and wear a respirator.